This helps the baby move more fluidly through the birth canal and does not force them out, which can cause tearing and
the need for an episiotomy.
There are many natural birth stories where these methods reduced tearing,
the need for an episiotomy and ultimately shortened the after - delivery healing time.
This will decrease
your need for an episiotomy and lessen the chance of tearing naturally.
It is very important to stop pushing at this point because continuing to push and bear down increases the risk of tearing or
the need for an episiotomy.